"Next season will be as competitive as it has been for a while because a lot of teams have something to prove. But he is a top manager and a team like United need a top manager.

"It's brilliant for the Premier League that Jose is back.

"I had a great experience with him, especially during his first spell at Chelsea because he really helped me take my career onto the next level.

"I know what he brings to English football.

"I'm not a Manchester United fan but I don't think anyone can say they aren't licking their lips at the prospect of Mourinho, Guardiola, Klopp, Conte and Wenger all going up against each other next season."